Dr. Hongwu Chen

Professor

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Biography

Professor Hongwu Chen is a distinguished member of the UC Davis Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine with significant contributions to the field of cancer research, particularly focusing on chromatin, epigenetics, gene regulation, and hormone signaling. Chen's research delves into the identification and elucidation of key epigenetic regulators and nuclear hormone receptors related to cancer. His lab aims to discover new therapeutic targets for cancer treatment and to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer progression and therapeutic resistance. By employing cutting-edge techniques such as functional genomics, metabolomics, and bioinformatics, Chen seeks to clarify the physiological and pathological functions of key regulators and the mechanisms of action of innovative therapeutics. He is affiliated with several graduate groups, including Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology, and actively contributes to the advancement of knowledge in his areas of expertise through numerous publications and research initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

UC Davis • Sacramento, CA

Leading research and teaching in the field of biochemistry and molecular medicine.

Awards

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American Cancer Society Fellowship

1999-01-01
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UC Davis School of Medicine Faculty Research Award

2010-01-01
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Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) Challenge Award

2016-01-01

Courses

Special Study for Advanced Undergraduates Research Cell Proliferation Cancer Genes Medical Biochemistry Cell Biology Metabolism

Requirements for University of California, Davis

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field ECS 120 (Theory of Computation) ECS 122A (Algorithm Design and Analysis) ECS 140A (Programming Languages) or ECS 160 (Software Engineering) ECS 150 (Operating Systems) or ECS 154B (Computer Architecture)
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science. GRE is NOT required.